University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna·Biomedical Sciences
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
The PhD program at the Veterinary University of Vienna is a comprehensive scientific curriculum at international standards. It focuses on the development of scientific research skills and methodologies, preparing graduates for successful careers in academia, research institutes, and the industry. The program is anchored in a minimum three-year research project, guided by qualified experts in the respective disciplines.
Students will study topics in biomedical sciences with a focus on research methodologies, project development, and scientific presentation skills. The program includes literature review, hypothesis development, and experimental design tailored to their research.
The program is structured over three years, consisting of research projects and phases of formal education. Students will complete 180 ECTS credits distributed across coursework and their dissertation work. Regular evaluations ensure progress and adaptation where necessary.
Graduates will acquire advanced skills in scientific research, critical thinking, and the ability to conduct independent projects. They will be trained to present and defend their findings in a scientific context, preparing them for careers in academia or industry.
Periods can differ for EU/EEA and non-EU applicants. Always confirm on the official site before applying.
Winter 2024/25
No tuition
EU/EEA students, within the standard study period (plus the ~€25 ÖH student union fee per semester).
€727 / semester
Non-EU / third-country rate. Always confirm on the official site.
Third-country (non-EU/EEA) applicants generally need to have their prior qualifications legalised and translated for the admission application. Exact rules depend on the country that issued each document — always confirm with the university's admissions office.
Program-specific items — a CV, letter of motivation, an entrance exam (e.g. GMAT, GRE, SAT) or a portfolio — vary by degree. Check this program's requirements above and its official page.
The level of legalisation your certificates need depends on your country of origin:
Apostille
If your country is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, an Apostille from the competent authority of the issuing country is sufficient.
No legalisation
A small number of countries have a bilateral agreement with Austria and need no further legalisation.
Full diplomatic legalisation
For all other countries: the full chain — pre-certification by the issuing country's authorities (e.g. Ministry of Education and Ministry of Foreign Affairs), then legalisation by the competent Austrian representation (embassy/consulate).
Translations are usually done after legalisation. Check the required order with the issuing authorities and the Austrian representation.
After admission: proof of sufficient funds, health insurance and the student residence permit are part of the visa process — not university admission. We cover those in the guides.
Vetmeduni Vienna is Austria's only veterinary university, covering veterinary medicine, biomedicine, and equine science on a dedicated campus in Floridsdorf.
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